Wet Painter

Orion Group; Ballygawley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Group are seeking an experienced Wet Painter / Industrial Paint Sprayer to join our coatings team in Ballygawley. You will prepare, prime and apply finishes to fabricated steel components and large assemblies used in heavy engineering equipment.

The role requires knowledge of airless and conventional spray techniques, attention to detail and a safety-conscious approach. 39-45 hour week with overtime opportunities and a competitive salary dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Industrial Wet Painter or Spray Painter.
• Experience using airless and conventional spray equipment.
• Knowledge of paint preparation, mixing and application.
• Understanding of coating thickness and quality requirements.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings and production instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Safety-conscious, reliable and able to work independently or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare steel components by cleaning, sanding, masking and surface inspection.
• Apply primers, undercoats and topcoats using spray equipment.
• Mix paints, hardeners and thinners per specifications.
• Ensure finishes meet colour, coverage, thickness and appearance.
• Inspect finished components and carry out touch-ups and repairs.
• Identify and report defects before and after painting.
• Clean spray equipment, paint booths and tools.
• Complete production and quality documentation.
• Move components as trained and authorised.
• Maintain housekeeping and health, safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Airless spray painting

Conventional spray painting

Paint preparation

Reading specifications/drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork / independence

Safety conscious

Tools

Airless spray equipment

Conventional spray equipment

Job description

Wet Painter (Industrial Paint Sprayer) - Ballygawley

Location: Ballygawley, County Tyrone, N. Ireland

Department: Coatings

Hours: Typically 39-45 hours per week, with overtime available

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking an experienced Wet Painter / Industrial Paint Sprayer to join our coatings team in Ballygawley. You will be responsible for preparing, priming and painting fabricated steel components and large machine assemblies used in mobile crushing and screening equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare steel components and assemblies through cleaning, sanding, masking and surface inspection.
• Apply primers, undercoats and topcoats using airless, conventional and HVLP spray equipment.
• Mix paints, hardeners and thinners in accordance with specifications.
• Ensure paint finishes meet required standards for colour, coverage, thickness and appearance.
• Inspect finished components and carry out touch-ups and repairs where required.
• Identify and report defects before and after painting.
• Clean and maintain spray equipment, paint booths and associated tools.
• Complete production and quality documentation.
• Support the movement and handling of components where trained and authorised.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and comply with all health, safety and environmental requirements.

About You

• Previous experience as an Industrial Wet Painter, Spray Painter or Vehicle Refinisher.
• Experience using airless and conventional spray equipment.
• Good knowledge of paint preparation, mixing and application techniques.
• Understanding of coating thickness and quality requirements.
• Ability to work from paint specifications, engineering drawings and production instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Safety-conscious, reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Desirable Experience

Experience painting large fabricated steel structures or heavy machinery, plus knowledge of two-pack epoxy/polyurethane systems, forklift or overhead crane experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• 39-45 hour working week.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within a specialist heavy engineering and manufacturing environment.